The andrew mcdonough be positive foundation
The B+ Foundation, also known as the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting childhood cancer. Founded in memory of Andrew McDonough, a young boy who passed away from leukemia, the foundation provides financial assistance to families of children with cancer and supports research efforts aimed at finding a cure. The B+ Foundation also emphasizes the importance of staying positive after identifying Andrew’s blood type B+ and encourages individuals and communities to get involved in fundraising and awareness campaigns to support childhood cancer.
Events this semester
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B+ Ball
Wednesday, April 23rd 5:30 pm
Our B+ Exec team is a collaboration with Panhellenic and the InterFraternity Council at UMKC where we offer up to 14 leadership positions and service opportunities relating to childhood cancer. Any member of greek life is eligible for a position every fall as a freshman to junior student!
The Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foundation is an organization dedicated to supporting families facing the struggles of childhood cancer. It was established by Andrew’s father after his battle with cancer was lost. Throughout Andrew’s journey however they discovered his blood type was “Be Positive” which became Andrew and his family’s motto throughout his fight!
At UMKC we currently support three families, and this semester are hosting a Ball on April 23rd at 5:30pm! The money fundraised through this event would not only go to support these families but also to medical research to spread more awareness and discover more about childhood cancer.
